Who doesn't love gummies, lihing and chocolate with cookies. All so bad for you but tasty…read moredelicious. We see the pop ups in from of target ala Moana, HGEA fair, and most recently pearlridge mall down town. The special holiday candies are so good..cookie butter, Christmas mix and more. The candies are so unique to Hawaii and just different. We bumped into a Noms kiosk which was so exciting and were able to taste the new cookie butter flavors. The kiosk person was nice. He gave us free samples and saw deals when purchasing multiple bags. Lotsa flavors to choose from. Kiosk may look bare and small but there are so many options and this makes for a good option when thinking of what to send during holiday season. Love the bright lights and simple display.

Kicking up the sweets…read more.. Noms is the vocabulary that we foodies tend to describe and Hawaii Candy Factory has created and kicked up our favorite sweets and put fun local twists on it to make it somehow of their own. You can find them pretty much everywhere here in Hawaii in the local stores and events around town with the staff generously handing out samples of their classics or newest flavor and not sure how but they make it all happen which you know at first bite. Always a fun and energetic vibe they're very passionate about each and every product and their newest release Guava already sounds like a nom nom winner. Thank you

Located close to Macy's at Pearlridge I always walked by but never stepped in. A crack seed shop…read morein my neighborhood ran out of their glass jar of seedless li hing cherry strips. I'm on the search for something similar but no luck so far. Besides preserved fruits they have lots of candy kiddies might enjoy. I chose li hing cherry and li hing ginger. I took the half pound ginger to the park today and gave half to my granddaughter. It's delicious. The employee was friendly and told me how long they've been in business.

Seed City has a great selection of candies, preserved seeds, and delectable treats that bring back…read morememories. They always greet you with a smile and are very helpful and knowledgeable. My Go To place for Pickled Mango . Please ask for assistance with anything in the large glass containers (they have some prepackaged).

Nostalgic yummy treats. love the Betty cookies for a special indulgent treat. The staff are…read morefriendly and very helpful!

6/15/2025 Gifted a…read morebag of cookies from my oldest- Son picked them up in San Mateo- Anything made in Hawaii I'll try!

Another Shave Ice Expedition. How have I live on Oahu my whole life, in Ewa for 11 years, and…read moreworked in Pearl City for 7 years and not know Baldwin Sweet Shop had bomb shave ice? I recently heard about them and their signature lemon peel syrup and topped with lemon peel shave ice. I had to find out. It tastes like lemon peel. And like in the best way. The root beer, which is all oldest gets everywhere was also very good. But the best was the Ramune. Actually tastes like the ramune I grew up on in Japan. So good. My hubs and I even each got a second shave ice. I can't remember all our flavors but that doesn't matter bc you will get what you like lol

Great service and friendly staff. The aunty stands by the door and takes your order on a white…read moreboard it's very cute. Then she lets the guys know inside the order. There was a line but it moved pretty quick. If you want to shop inside you don't have to wait in line. The size of the shaved ice were good. Between my husband toddler and I we were able to share a keiki size. We ordered POG flavor with ice cream and mochi. They give you a good portion of mochi and ice cream on the bottom of the shaved ice. It's in the same plaza as Shiro's just towards the end.

Stopped by Aloha Creamery, and I haven't been here since it was still Samurai!…read more The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which always makes a place stand out. Service was quick and easy, making it the perfect grab-and-go spot. The soft serve is my favorite, and it definitely did not disappoint. I got the swirl with vanilla and strawberry. It was just as good as I remember it. Creamy, smooth, and just the right amount of sweetness. The small size was still pretty generous. There are lots of local snacks and goodies available for purchase. I haven't tried it yet but the customizable popcorn is such a fun touch too. Overall, such a great spot with kind staff and delicious treats!

So on! They have so many choices for ice cakes and popcorn. They also have two soft serve machines…read more One with classic blue vanilla and strawberry. The day we went, the other machine had chocolate and coffee. We got there later in the day and everyone was super friendly, and even offered samples. Walk in and order to take out, no seating available. There are some benches outside of the store. Next to Times in Aiea Shopping Center.

I LOVE popcorn. I've always passed by and resisted the urge to buy a bag since I thought I could…read morejust make it at home. Eventually, I gave in and now it's my favorite treat! They're a small kiosk inside Pearlridge, right next to TJ Maxx. There's usually a few minute wait since the popcorn is made fresh to order and there's only one employee, but it's definitely worth the wait! So far I've only tried the volcano, which is a hurricane mix with kakimochi and furikake. The popcorn is always crisp and evenly buttered with the perfect kakimochi ratio. They have 3 size options - you'll want to get the large because they're so good you could finish half the bag in one sitting. I had a friend try some of my popcorn a few days later and was surprised with how fresh it still tasted! In his words he said it was "to die for" lol.

I always grab a bag of this popcorn when I go to the mall. I've even stopped by before heading to…read morethe airport to get a bag to snack on the plane. The popcorn is made fresh constantly, as orders are nonstop. Most times there's a line, but I happily wait for my turn. My favorites are the kimchi and mexican. Although I've had all of them, I like to get the ones I can't make myself. And if the pre-made flavors dont have mochi crunch, you can add for a fee. I think the puffy mochi crunch is a secret menu item. I heard a guy asking for it so I tried it, good but I like the regular one. I did ask the guy when they'd be opening one in Waikiki, he said soon...not sure how soon, but I'll be happy to get some when we stay there.

Ever wanted to know what a distribution center looks like? Well, not much LOL. A bunch of boxes and…read morestuff. An area to take orders with a lot of stuff! You go in, tell them what you want, pay and get out. Hey, it's a distribution center, not a store to walk around and check things out. You save about a dollar going here vs. buying in the wild! Worth checking out if you are around the Waipio Costco area.

On December 17th, I asked my hubby if we could stop by Aloha Edibles so I can restock on the doggie…read moretreats. This time, I purchased 2 bags each of the chicken gizzards, beef hearts, and beef liver for my three dogs. The last time I purchased dog treats, my little indoor dog Sadie managed to climb on a chair and onto the dining table, open the plain "unmarked" brown bag of dog treats (as if she could read), chew into a ziploc bag containing the remainder of an open bag of chicken gizzards! My hubby said that I have to make sure that all of the chairs are pushed against the dining table so Sadie cannot use them to climb onto the dining table. I responded that he should train HIS dog (have you ever say that? YOUR child, or YOUR grandchild?) to not go onto the table. Sadie hasn't done that before! Now, Sadie is on two legs, begging, whenever anyone approaches THE NEW brown paper bag.

This is the best place for anyone who loves good quality chocolate. These are my all time favorite…read more The cost has increased a lot but it is so worth it. Anyone who receives Sees as a gift will know they are very special. Also, bring your husband to get a freebie!

Appreciate See's Candies in Pearlridge Center…read more Had a hankering for a sweet treat and remembered that I had a couple of gift certificates that needed to be redeemed (before I misplace or totally firget about them lol). Find See's on street level in the center of Pearlridge Mauka (formerly known as Uptown) near the escalators, across Starbuck's. This visit was long overdue. Stepping inside the store instantly brought back many happy memories of gift boxes filled with nuts and chews or molasses chips. Picked their dark chocolate truffles which were yummy! The helpful and welcoming staff members definitely make you want to return!

A must visit when we are vacationing to get the Iniki popcorn. Freshly made, the distinct flavors…read morepop indiscriminately to treat your taste buds. Service is friendly and it's in a shopping mall. There's always a line. Prices are very reasonable!!!

I usually buy from the windward mall location, the popcorn from this location hardly had any…read morebutter, furikake or kakimochi. Waste of money